New drug cocktail shows promise for tough lung cancers

NCT ID NCT01737502

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study tested a combination of two drugs, auranofin and sirolimus, in 29 people with advanced or recurrent lung cancer who had run out of standard treatment options. The goal was to find the best dose and see if the combo could slow cancer growth. The trial focused on safety and how long patients lived without their cancer getting worse.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

  • Mayo Clinic in Arizona

    Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States

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